The Degu is a social, diurnal rodent native to Chile. They are intelligent, vocal, and need companionship. They cannot process sugar and need a specialised diet....
25–31 cm
0.17–0.3 kg
6–8 years
Moderate — regular cage cleaning, dust baths, nail trimming
High — need a large multi-level cage and supervised playtime
Chile
Brown agouti fur with brush tail
Small
Social, vocal, intelligent, active, diurnal
Exercise: High — need a large multi-level cage and supervised playtime. They are active and social.
Grooming: Moderate — regular cage cleaning, dust baths, nail trimming.
Coat: Brown agouti fur with brush tail
Known health issues
Diabetes (sugar sensitivity), dental issues, cataracts, liver disease
Origin
Chile
Size category
Small
The Degu is a social, diurnal rodent native to Chile. They are intelligent, vocal, and need companionship. They cannot process sugar and need a specialised diet.
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